May 28, 2009

In yet another stunning AVENUE production- Wedding bells rang, white doves fluttered overhead, and the Sky runway wore a lovely shade of lilac while AVENUE models Livia Mastroianni, Ivyana Szondi, Nezsy Herstein, Laury Sands, Mavi Beck and Haruka Kish glided and swirled before the audience in a heavenly bridal collection inspired by the delights of a spring garden in bloom.

Above, Ivyana is wearing the “Clematis in white” bridal gown with a sleek chiffon bodice and a see-through waist. It comes with a full flexi skirt with train, veil with roses, and a straight flexi skirt for the reception. Mavi is also wearing the same design, the “Clematis” in black; made with love for all those Goth brides out there!

Shown above, Haruka is wearing the “Blue Lily” bridal gown- A bell shaped beauty like its namesake, it comes with a full four-part skirt with train attached, and a sheer veil.Laura is matching Haruka’s gown in the “Blue Lily” bridesmaid dress. It comes with multiple options for the skirt (puffy, below-knee or flexi) and optional puffy sleeves for lots of styling creativity.

These gowns are must-see-in-motion! And here’s some more icing on the cake: All gowns come as “transfer” items so you can give them as gifts! And we barely scratched the surface in this post, so please be sure to read the full article coming up in AVENUE Magazine’s July issue for a complete review of New Dana’s Delights bridal collection.

New Dana’s Delights is owned by designer Dana Vanmoer.

The new main store is located at Ian Bernard (50, 184, 21) at this SLURL

Photography by Tillie ArianthoTo view the full photo set for this event, please visit our flickr page.

May 25, 2009

Shadows and flexible sculpted prims are coming to Second Life. You can already try both, but prepare yourself for even more lag! The two new features are now available in two different SL browsers. TWO? Unfortunately, yes. You can try the shadow on SL 1.23 Release Candidate (download RC here. There's a simple setup you need to configure using advanced menu).

Enable the Advanced menu by hitting ctrl+alt+D (if you don't have it turned on).

Go to Advanced > Debug Settings.

Type in renderusefbo and set it to True

Type in renderdeferred and set it to True

Shadows!

The image is amazing! But, and there is always a but, immediately my AO started to work in slow-motion. I had another great deception when I tried to share my viewing with all my friends. The shadows didn't show in snapshots.

Conclusion: should you try it? Maybe not now, but remember this is a release candidate; that means the feature will be present in next SL version upgrade. I believe LL will fine tune it to work better in most graphics cards, and I hope they make it available in pictures too! Anyway, it will impact your computer performance so you should start to think about an update in the near future.

Flexible sculpted prims. One of the most anticipated upgrades in SL. This feature will certainly change a lot in the way we build. Those who were around for the sculpties revolution know the impact that I'm talking about. Imagine a skirt, that looks like a skirt, not cones or half cylinders grouped, and moves like a skirt. Or an avatar's tail that has an organic move. Now stop dreaming and test CoolViewer. CoolViewer is a 3rd party SL viewer that has many advantages of SL normal viewer - but this article is not about CoolViewer. The most famous and appreciated by the fashion community is the Worn tab. The technology is available there. You just need to find the flexi sculptures to see how they work.

The impact in your computer performance will be lower than in the shadows' case, but there will be lag.

Conclusion: should you try it? Not really, you can just watch the demo videos:

and wait for the official release. But if you are part of the fashion industry, in my opinion, you can't wait. It's time to test it and try to learn how to make your sculpties flexible. You don't want to be the last creator to have them available in your collection, do you?

VTANGS will be a realistic replica of the iconic 76-year old store on Singapore’s renowned Orchard Road, well-loved for its prominent green-tiled roof and red pillars. VTANGS will feature familiar TANGS concepts, such as TANGS Beauty Hall, Wardrobe Women & Men, and PlayLab, and will carry virtual merchandise which shoppers can purchase with the MetaCard™, the Linden dollar credit card issued by First Meta.

Taking a new spin to bring the real-life beauty, fashion and lifestyle and the unique shopping experience that Singapore has come to love to Second Life, VTANGS' Spring/Summer 2009 promotions and events will focus on transcending beyond the second life into the first, bridging the real and the virtual.

Purchases at Virtual TANGS will entitle residents to 20% discount vouchers for use at the real-world stores till 30th April and subsequently, 10% till year-end. Mid 2009, Virtual TANGS will unveil i-shopper, a personalized shopping and delivery service for residents located overseas to purchase real-life versions of merchandise featured at the virtual store.

Connoisseurs of opulence no longer have to hop the entire grid to compile the finer things in their boudoire. To cut down on SL commuting and reduce gas mileage, Stylissimo opened its doors on May 17 with ALL the essentials of high style under one roof.

Stylissimo is a collaboration between RuschRaymaker and prolific designers Joy Laperriere (shapes); SylvaPetrov (animations); LoaOryl (fashion) and Medit8 Zapatero (furnishings.) The cozy boutique at Piazza has two separate wings for male and female patrons on opposite sides of the floor plan. On the list of offerings is an exquisite line of male and female shapes (with complete styling cards.) And to dress the shape of your choosing, Stylissimo offers a garden variety of hand-crafted couture and accessories which derive their inspirations from natural epiphanies, like Garden Thorns, Butternut Hawk and the Long Fly Home -to name a few. To complete the picture, a set of fluid animations by designer SylvaPetrov keeps those heavenly avatars moving with grace.

All dressed up and nowhere to go? Stylissimo's catalog of neo-classical furnishings and décor will transform that high-rise den into a 3D extension of your glamorous self.. So stay at home and call over your friends. Each chef d'oeuvre at Stylissimo comes with its own 'twist' and will leave you longing for more. And more shall come!

May 17, 2009

AVENUE is pleased to announce the much anticipated launch of Stylissimo. A fashion lifestyle store, Stylissimo offers quality model shapes, couture for women, high fashion poses and fine furnishings.

Join us tomorrow as Stylissimo debuts their exquisite collection. The party will be hosted by Stylissimo Founder and DJ, Rusch Raymaker. Guests can expect gifts and prize giveaways throughout the party.

May 15, 2009

AVENUE welcomes you to the new AVENUE Sky Runway on Saturday, May 16th. Join AVENUE Models Florentine Rau, Jesika Contepomi, Kryptonia Paperdoll, Shenandoah Saintlouis and Tralove Pinazzo as they take the runway in the trendy fabulous designs of MEB.

May 14, 2009

Modavia has recently announced their spring casting for Supermodels. They're looking for models to represent Modavia in the Modavia Fashion Directory and participate in promotional evens related to the directory.

The theme for this casting is EXOTIC SUMMER.

To apply, join Modavia Prospective Models group and check for casting notices in group.

Submission is due to KAY FAIREY by MAY 15th.

Semifinals will be held for short-listed models on MAY 24th at noon. Personal invites will be sent to those who will be joining.

Finals will be held on MAY 31st at noon. FIVE new Supermodels will receive invitations to the group.

May 11, 2009

The JSP Spring Fashion Expo 2009 wrapped up on May 9 with a splash of warm light and fragrant color by Sascha's Designs.

AVENUE models Tiffany Dragonash, Temperance Moonites, Kendall Larnia, Natasja Schumann, and Chirzaka Vlodovic fluttered along the runway in waves of lilac bodices, azul skirts, bird feathers and coral gems.. A feast for the senses that can only be inspired by the natural beauty of this season and the promise of sunnier days ahead.

Sascha's Designs is owned by Sascha Frangilli. With reasonable pricing and a huge selection, Sascha also stands out by favoring her customers with a demo trial for every gown on display. Sascha's Designs is located at Coco Beach at this SLURL

May 10, 2009

10 May 2009 – At first it seemed impossible to build where once nothing stood. Reports are now in that the station is at last complete, able to sustain life, and a portal to the underworld has been established (provided safety masks are worn). Our first guests are expected soon and we will find out how successful we are at reestablishing life in this new beginning. Mission guidelines have been set for our guests, should they follow them, all should go well. We've prepared a map but survivial is up to them.

May 8, 2009

This Saturday, the 9th of May, the SL Democratic Movement (slDM) will throw a big party and you are invited. The slDM is a group of residents campaigning to further and enable User rights and User governance (self-rule) in the Second Life world and this party is partly in light of the recently announced changes in Adult Content policy (for more info about slDM check our website and the FAQ/goals document: http://sldemocraticmovement.org/faq ).

But of course this party is mostly to have fun, relax, dance and listen to some great music by some awesome artists. As Emma Goldman has said: “If I can't dance - I don't want to be part of your revolution".

The party will be a live music event with some great artists; the line-up for this week will be live musicians Artel Brando and Lexie Luan, who both play guitar and sing. Artel will take the stage at 10 am SLT, after which Lexie will play her set at 11 am ending at 12 pm SLT. Aeris Betsen will DJ after 12 pm and drop some fine tunes for us who cannot stop dancing.

This party promises to be a great time, so come over to check out these great artists, listen to good music while plotting the revolution towards full user emancipation!

If beauty is in the eye of the beholder, then beautifully intriguing fashion is within the walls of Sascha's Designs. Stepping inside Sascha's Designs is like stepping into a wonderland of glamorous beauty, each gown created and detailed with evident passion for that feminine quality. Whether the occasion calls for a fun flirty cocktail dress, a saucy sexy little number meant for a night of spicy dancing, or a highly detailed sequin and lace encrusted bodice, flowing chiffon gowns dripping in classic Hollywood glamour, all your formal and casual formal needs will be met at Sascha's Designs.

Sascha Frangilli, proprietor and creator of Sascha's Designs, has wielded her talent with such skill and passion for some duration in Second Life. Every gown shines in evidence of detailed individualized attention. Most gowns feature a demo gown, a benefit to any woman in search of that one special gown, but knowing, it is that one special gown that often finds the woman. Ladies, you know to what I am referring....Whatever the occasion, affordable glamour awaits you, at Sascha's Designs.

SLURL : http://slurl.com/secondlife/Coco%20Beach%20Kelina/144/248/22

May 5, 2009

Just released by BehaviorBody Animations are four amazing sets of animated model poses with plenty of 'ease-in' time (no more snapping into position) and smooth animated loops that keep the body in fluid and constant motion as you pose.

Each set comes with a total of 12 animations that are MOD/COPY and AO-friendly; you can easily load them into your favorite huddle before a show just like other static poses.

May 3, 2009

Ever spent a couple of hours hopping from one store to the next, trying to find a matching garter belt for that beaded corset you got planned for the night? Well, no more tears.

Two sizzling-hot designers: Moonstar Designs and Serpente Signature Designs (SSD for short) have a new approach to their fashion: Most of their outfits come in a complete styling set with matching shoes, gloves/socks/garters and even jewelry sets.. Everything you need to create that wild look without the wild goose hunt!

Produced by AVENUE Models in partnership with Just Soul Promotions, the JSP Fashion Expo 2009 (Show#3) brought to the lime light some breathtaking new releases by both Moonstar & SSD, in a one-of-kind production that can only be created by AVENUE.

May 2, 2009

The much-awaited Second Life reality series, I WANNA BE A CELEBRITY is now live on MBC! The episode opens to the scene of the rigid interview process by judges Misty Rhodes, Dousa Dragonash, and Ziggy21 Slade. Watch as the "celebutants" go about answering the thought provoking questions that the judges asked them.

If you have an MBC television inworld, or your tv has MBC configured, you can now watch the show from there. Alternatively, you can watch I WANNA BE A CELEBRITY online here: